Systems Administrator, Desktop Application Packaging-TS/SCI w/Poly

General Dynamics - IT; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking a Desktop Application Packaging & Deployment Systems Administrator to ensure stability, security, and performance of enterprise desktop applications across a globally distributed environment. You will administer core user-facing software services, maintain configurations, and deliver reliable capabilities that enable efficient operations.

The role requires DoD 8140 certification, TS/SCI clearance, and hands-on experience with MECM, PowerShell, AD, and imaging

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field or 8+ years of relevant IT experience in lieu of a degree.
• DoD 8140 Information Assurance Workforce certification requirements (e.g. Security+ CE)
• Active TS/SCI clearance with a favorable polygraph
• Hands-on experience administering enterprise desktop applications, client services, or endpoint management platforms
• Strong understanding of application deployment, configuration baselines, software lifecycle, and secure implementation practices
• Proficient with Windows Desktop OS, MDT, Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, AppV and MECM
• Familiarity with patching processes, vulnerability management, and compliance in enterprise desktops
• Ability to troubleshoot complex application issues across distributed systems
• Strong documentation, communication, and cross-team collaboration skills
• Ability to travel CONUS/OCONUS
• US citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Package, test, and deploy enterprise desktop applications using MECM, Intune, and automated task sequences.
• Standardize desktop OS builds, configurations, baselines, drivers, and imaging processes.
• Manage application versioning, update cycles, and rollout across networks.
• Troubleshoot deployment, OS build, and packaging issues involving dependencies and network elements.
• Support virtualized and physical client environments including VDI-based clients.
• Maintain packaging documentation, SOPs, and submission packages for approval and accreditation.
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, endpoint management, and operations teams.
• Integrate approved drivers, firmware, and hardware software into deployment workflows.
• Implement and validate security patches per vulnerability management timelines.
• Monitor patch/configuration compliance and assist remediation/POA&M reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Cross-team collaboration

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT

Tools

Windows Desktop OS

MDT

Active Directory

Group Policy

PowerShell

Batch scripting

AppV

Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager

Patching & vulnerability management

Troubleshooting across distributed systems

Documentation

Job description

DESKTOP APPLICATION PACKAGING & DEPLOYMENT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

YOUR IMPACT

Own your opportunity to support national defense. Your work will help keep critical operations secure and connected across the global enterprise directly, contributing to a mission that protects our nation every day.

CIO Infrastructure Services (CIS) is growing, and we invite both our experienced incumbents and new team members to be part of what’s next. Incumbents bring invaluable mission insight, while new talent adds fresh ideas and energy. Together, we’ll strengthen continuity and drive the next generation of innovation.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Desktop Application Packaging & Deployment Systems Administrator supporting CIS, you will ensure stability, security, and performance of enterprise desktop applications across a globally distributed environment. You will administer and support core user-facing software services, maintain application configurations, and deliver reliable, secure capabilities that enable users to operate efficiently. Your work directly strengthens productivity, standardization, and application readiness across mission critical systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Package, test, and deploy enterprise desktop applications using approved deployment technologies such as MECM, Intune, and automated task sequences

• Standardize desktop operating system builds, ensuring configurations, baselines, drivers, and imaging processes remain current and compliant

• Manage application versioning, update cycles, EOL planning, and controlled rollout of new or refreshed application packages across multiple networks

• Troubleshoot application deployment, OS build, and packaging issues involving dependencies, profiles, permissions, and network related elements

• Support virtualized and physical client environments, including thick, thin, and VDI based clients, ensuring consistent delivery of approved applications

• Maintain packaging documentation, SOPs, and submission packages for approval, accreditation, and operational use

• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, endpoint management, and operations teams to validate requirements and maintain secure, compliant deployments

• Integrate approved drivers, firmware, and hardware related software components into automated deployment workflows

• Implement and validate application, OS, and client-side security patches in accordance with vulnerability management and change control timelines

• Monitor systems for patch and configuration compliance; identify noncompliant endpoints and support remediation and POA&M documentation

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  Systems Administrator (Senior)-Desktop Application Packaging - Requires a Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field or 8+ years of relevant IT experience in lieu of a degree.
  Systems Administrator (Principal)-Desktop Application Packaging - Requires a Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field or 10+ years of relevant IT experience in lieu of a degree.

• CERTIFICATION: Meet DoD 8140 Information Assurance Workforce certification requirements (e.g. Security+ CE, etc.)

• CLEARANCE: Active TS/SCI clearance with a favorable polygraph

• Hands-on experience administering enterprise desktop applications, client services, or endpoint management platforms

• Strong understanding of application deployment, configuration baselines, software lifecycle, and secure implementation practices

• Maintain proficiency with required toolsets, including Windows Desktop OS, Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT), Active Directory and Group Policy, PowerShell and Batch scripting, AppV, and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager to support enterprise application packaging and deployment

• Familiarity with patching processes, vulnerability management, and compliance requirements across enterprise desktop environments

• Ability to troubleshoot complex application issues across distributed systems

• Strong documentation, communication, and cross team collaboration skills

• Ability to support CONUS/OCONUS travel as required

• US citizenship required

• LOCATION: Onsite

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

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